Software Engineer (Austin)

Backend Software Engineer (AI Start-up)

$120,000 - $180,000 + Bonus

Austin, TX (On Site)

U.S. Citizens and Green card holders only

Are you a backend focused software engineer looking to work for an early-stage, but already industry leading AI start-up in a role with autonomy to build and no red-tape?

On offer is the chance to join the most exciting and innovative AI startup in the photo editing space. Youll work alongside a close-knit, elite engineering team that thrives on autonomy, competition, and technical excellence.

This company are on a next-level growth trajectory. Theyre bootstrapped, profitable, and moving faster than anyone in their space. Their culture is high-energy, hands-on, and rewards people who love solving big engineering challenges.

On offer is a hands-on, high-impact engineering role where youll design, optimise, and scale backend systems orchestrating computer vision and image generation models. Youll have autonomy, technical influence, and a direct path to shaping the future of AI infrastructure at scale.

This role would suit a backend software engineer looking for the freedom to build at scale and the opportunity to join a rapidly growing AI startup.

The Role :

• Optimise and scale Python / Kubernetes-based backend handling 20+ AI models
• Architect high-volume, low-latency systems
• Collaborate directly with founders to drive infrastructure and performance strategy
• Able to work full-time, onsite in Austin, TX

The Candidate :

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Reference Number : BBBH264147

To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click Apply Now or contact Tiernan Conlon at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.